Ottawa - Navan (Giroux Road Ponds)

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ottawa - Navan (Giroux Road Ponds) is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, American Crow, and Horned Lark among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Ottawa--Central Experimental Farm1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

3/4/20265 Salisbury Pl, Ottawa CA-ON (45.4182,-75.6843)1 observed

Redpoll (rostrata/islandica)

Acanthis flammea

3/1/2026Greenbelt Eastern Pathway1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

2/28/2026Ottawa--Remic Rapids Lookout2 observed

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

2/28/2026Ottawa--Grasshopper Hill Park1 observed

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius acadicus

2/28/2026Ottawa, ON, Green's Creek area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

113/5/2026

American Crow

573/5/2026

Horned Lark

33/5/2026

European Starling

473/5/2026

House Sparrow

33/5/2026

Snow Bunting

1503/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ottawa - Navan (Giroux Road Ponds) for birding?
The best months to visit Ottawa - Navan (Giroux Road Ponds) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ottawa - Navan (Giroux Road Ponds)?
Notable species at Ottawa - Navan (Giroux Road Ponds) include Rock Pigeon, American Crow, Horned Lark, European Starling, House Sparrow. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ottawa - Navan (Giroux Road Ponds)?
Birding at Ottawa - Navan (Giroux Road Ponds) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ottawa - Navan (Giroux Road Ponds)?
Ottawa - Navan (Giroux Road Ponds) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.